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question

/ˈkwɛstjən/

noun

Meaning

  • A sentence, phrase or word which asks for information, reply or response; an interrogative.

    "What is your question?"

  • A subject or topic for consideration or investigation.

    "The question of seniority will be discussed at the meeting."

  • A doubt or challenge about the truth or accuracy of a matter.

    "He obeyed without question."

  • A proposal to a meeting as a topic for deliberation.

    "I move that the question be put to a vote."

  • (chiefly with definite article) Interrogation by torture.

  • Talk; conversation; speech.

Synonyms

doubt,
issue,
enquiry,
inquiry,
interrogation,
query,
proposal,
consideration,
problem,
proposition,
subject,
topic

verb

Meaning

  • To ask questions about; to interrogate; to enquire for information.

  • To raise doubts about; have doubts about.

  • To argue; to converse; to dispute.

Synonyms

frain